1997 Honda NSX vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 435 kg more than 1997 Honda NSX.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Toyota Hilux (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda NSX | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | NSX | Hilux |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |